International Business and Marketing
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | On-Campus | Full-time | 2 | find out | find out | $6005 per year |
There is no application fee. There is a tuition charge for students from outside the EU/EEA, set at 6,005 USD per academic year. Read more about the admission and tuition charge here.
There is no tuition fee for students from the EU/EEA.
About International Business and Marketing, MSc - at NTNU School of International Business
Are you interested in the intricacies of international business? Are you curious about how customer-focused innovation and entrepreneurship lead to new business models and start-ups? Do you see the need for digital skills in working in either of these areas? Is sustainability in business important to you? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then the MSc in International Business and Marketing (“Siviløkonom”) program at NTNU in Ålesund may be for you.
Application deadlines are 1 December for non-EU, 1 March for EU and 15 April for Nordic applicants.
What will you learn?
n The MSc program in International Business and Marketing you will develop a deep understanding of how companies operate, compete, and create value in international markets. You will learn to apply scientific theories and methods to analyse complex issues within international business, marketing, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
The programme trains you to identify challenges and opportunities in global organisations, make well-reasoned conclusions, and contribute to new thinking in business practice. You will also learn to communicate analyses and results clearly and professionally, both to specialists and to leaders, clients, and partners without an economics background.
This programme provides you with a combination of analytical skills, strategic insight, and international perspective needed to work in a global and knowledge-driven business environment.
What can you become?
Graduates can work in:
International Business and Finance
For those who want to work with economic analysis, global markets, and international value creation:
- Financial Advisor
- Business Consultant
- Business Economist
- Business or Research Analyst
Marketing and Commercial Leadership Roles
If you want to work with market strategy, customer insights, and international growth:
- Sales Manager
- Export Manager
- Consultant within marketing or management
In these roles, you work closely with market trends, consumer behaviour, and global opportunities.
Sustainability, Society, and Development
For those who want to contribute to responsible business practices and green transition:
- ESG Manager
- Advisor in sustainability and responsible strategy
- You work at the intersection of economics, society, and the environment.
Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Suitable for those who want to create new solutions or develop organisations:
- Entrepreneur / Founder
- Innovation Manager
- Consultant in organisational or business development
- These roles allow you to apply creativity, analytical skills, and execution capabilities.
Further Academic Career
For those who wish to deepen their expertise:
- PhD Candidate
- A natural path for those who enjoy research, methodology, and exploring complex issues.
Programe structure:
Programme structure - International Business and Marketing - Master's Programme - NTNU
Internship:
Master students at the Department of International Business have several opportunities to work closely with regional industry. One of these is to take a credit bearing internship worth 15 ECTS in your third semester.
An internship gives you a great opportunity to gain work experience and strengthen your future career prosepects. You can use what you have learned during your courses, while building a network in the industry.
Student life
Aalesund is a small and friendly city located beautifully between fjords, mountains, and the ocean. As a student here you will be a part of a vibrant and welcoming student environment. There are many student organizations that you can engage yourself in. For students at the Department of International the student organization “Børsen Linjeforening” offers many social and professional events that you can join.
The campus has close links with local companies with which you will have many opportunities to connect with through project work, internships and your master thesis.
Study environment - International Business and Marketing - Master's Programme - NTNU
Student interviews: Student interviews - NTNU
Entry requirements
Contact NTNU School of International Business to find course entry requirements.
Why study at NTNU School of International Business
- Strong international focus with programmes designed for a global job market.
- Opportunities for exchange studies or internships that provide real-world experience and industry connections.
- Emphasis on innovation, sustainability, and digital skills — core competencies for future-oriented leaders.
- Project-based learning that develops critical thinking, creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving.
- Close ties to regional and international businesses, offering collaboration on cases, projects, and master’s theses.
- A supportive learning environment in Ålesund — a safe, compact, and scenic coastal city with an active student community.